OSCA 2024 · 262131 · Skill level 1
Chiropractor: OSCA 262131
ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026
Chiropractor is OSCA 2024 code 262131. It corresponds to ANZSCO 252111 Chiropractor, which is on the MLTSSL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.
ANZSCO equivalent
ANZSCO code for OSCA 262131
Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.
ANZSCO 252111
Chiropractor
On the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List.
Visas for ANZSCO 252111
The job
What a chiropractor does
Diagnoses, manages and prevents mechanical disorders of the neuromusculoskeletal system, and the effects these disorders have on the function of the nervous system and general health.
Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience
Registration or licensing is required.
Main tasks
Main tasks
- Diagnoses neuromusculoskeletal disorders
- Assesses patients' medical histories, symptoms and physical condition
- Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to support chiropractic care
- Designs, implements, monitors and assesses treatment plans, including manual adjustments, manipulations and other therapeutic techniques
- Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records
- Educates patients and their caregivers in therapeutic procedures such as home exercises and lifestyle changes, to enhance patients' health and wellbeing
- Collaborates with other Health Professionals to provide comprehensive care
Questions
OSCA 262131: common questions
What is the OSCA code for chiropractor?
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 262131?
Is Chiropractor on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.
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